sadyandmrsk
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2 Rescue Piggies On a better road to a better life with me :)
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Post by sadyandmrsk on May 3, 2016 0:05:19 GMT
So I've always wanted a reptile or amphibian, but hat crickets. Things like super worms and mealworms are ok, but no crickets. Does anyone know any that are best? (This is including turtles and tortoises) I also want one that can be handles often.
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Post by 3piggles on May 3, 2016 12:30:00 GMT
We used to have turtles when I was a kid (back in the dark ages ) and they never lasted very long. Back then, no one seemed very interested in getting vet care for anything other than dogs, cats and livestock, so guinea pigs, turtles, etc., all just lived as long as they lived in whatever care they got, then died. I'm so glad that's changed, and there are now vets, forums, etc., for just about any living thing you could imagine. One former member had a snake she fed live mice to. Sorry, but I can't accept trapping the prey in a container where it has no chance of escaping, so another species can have live food. It's supposed to have the live food it catches in the wild; live food that has a 50/50 chance of escaping, not live food that's literally terrified to death because it has no options. I also happen to really, really hate snakes (can you tell?), so I'm all for leaving them out in the wild where they belong! I have friends who have turtles and tortoises. Knowing what they know, they say it's hard to find a vet that really knows about them and can be of any help when they get sick. The UK seems to have a lot of vets knowledgeable about such beasties, but the US is way behind. If you're thinking about getting another pet, I advise you search for forums on the different options you've considered, lurk around as a guest and read the comments, if you want, and move on to another forum once you learn about one type of beasty. That way you'll know about the different health problems, foods, habitats, and other expenses that can get really out of control really fast, if we don't know what we're doing. I follow Alberta Turtle and Tortoise Society, on Facebook. I'm not sure what condition their web page is in: ttrescue.wordpress.com/ They have some fabulous information on Facebook, so if you can get to their website, you should be able to get a lot of good information about turtles. Turns out they aren't all the same, and we probably never should have bought any of those turtles in a bowl the pet stores used to sell. Big surprise there, pet stores making money off the lives of animals, and not telling the truth! I don't follow any other species groups except rabbit groups, but there are a lot of different groups out there. Just search on the type of forum or group you want (turtle forums, etc.) and you should find quite a few.
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Post by jolovespiggies on May 6, 2016 19:29:53 GMT
I have had lizards and frogs as pes in the past, they are just adorable.
Hugs Jo xx
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Post by jolovespiggies on May 6, 2016 19:30:15 GMT
Sorry hun, that was meant to be "Pets."
Hugs JO xx
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misspiggy01
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Welcome to the fam Buttons and Peanut!
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Post by misspiggy01 on May 5, 2019 5:20:33 GMT
If you are still looking (I think you won’t be though!) I have a blue tongue lizard who is amazing! He loves his grass time and love cuddles. If you want to know more I’m free to chat!
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Post by Bean on May 5, 2019 7:40:26 GMT
Some of the threads you're replying to are a few years old, so the members who posted the questions are long gone! We'd love to see your pets though!
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Post by 3piggles on May 6, 2019 20:00:42 GMT
Definitely, post pictures, if you can
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rea
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Post by rea on Jun 1, 2019 20:55:06 GMT
I really like what some of the advices were, and I'd probably go visit your local reptile store, which tend to have amphibious babies and reptiles. Do not go to Petco or PetSmart. Local pets stores that specializes in certian areas of the pet world will be more adequately prepared to answer questions and offer you real solid advice, because this is their passion.
Remember being impulsive about wanting an animal isn't a good move. Sit on the idea for awhile and weight out the pros and cons. Call your local vets in the area and make sure they are certified in dealing with reptiles. Also consider tank sizes and your own living situation and prepare for any sudden changes and how you may adapt. I know this is a frog and reptile, however I know from experience that some of these guys grow massively huge.
I waited 13 years and sat on the idea of adopting an African grey.. did research, played with some, called exotic bird places and networked. And now although my place is small.. me and my family is ready and my African grey baby is coming home. These are just some ideas to throw at you. Much love to you.
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rea
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Post by rea on Jun 1, 2019 20:57:55 GMT
Haha just saw how old this thread is..
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